By: Najla Alexander
Middlesex County officials invite you not to miss out on the upcoming events in the 2025 FolkLIVE series hosted by the Art Institute of Middlesex County!
According to officials, on Saturday, June 28, the second FolkLIVE: Gospel Music Festival at Monument Square Park in New Brunswick brought together hundreds of residents and visitors for an afternoon honoring African American musical heritage, spirituality, and community.
Grammy Award-winning artist Fred Hammond and Grammy Award-nominated artist Kierra Sheard headlined the event.
The festival also spotlighted local talent, including DJRuntheFade, Tangie Cobb, The Cathedral of Perth Amboy Choir, David Cross, First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, and Marcia Sapp, with Valarie Adams returning as the event’s emcee.
The FolkLIVE series is part of the County’s ongoing efforts to provide FREE cultural experiences that celebrate the diverse histories, traditions, and stories that make Middlesex County a vibrant and inclusive community.
Upcoming events in the 2025 FolkLIVE series:
August 23| FolkLIVE: New Jersey Folk Festival 50th Anniversary | Davidson Mill Pond Park
September 13| FolkLIVE: Mexican Independence Festival | Elmer B. Boyd Park
To learn more about upcoming arts, history, and cultural events in Middlesex County, please visit MiddlesexCountyCulture.com.